AFRICA

🇱🇷 Liberia

Level 2 — Exercise Increased Caution
Advisory Level Level 2
Exchange Rate 1 USD = 177.00 LRD
Health Alerts 0
Last Updated Dec 11, 2025

About Liberia

Liberia

Liberia, officially the Republic of Liberia, is a country on the West African coast. It is bordered by Sierra Leone to its northwest, Guinea to its north, Ivory Coast to its east, and the Atlantic Ocean to its south and southwest. It has a population of around 5.5 million and covers an area of 43,000 square miles (111,369 km2). The official language is English. Over 20 indigenous languages are spoken, reflecting the country's ethnic and cultural diversity. The capital and largest city is Monrovia.

Source: Wikipedia

At a Glance

Capital Monrovia
Population 5.2 million
Area 111,369 km²
Language English
Currency Liberian dollar
GDP/Capita $852

Travel Advisory

Level 2 Exercise Increased Caution

Exercise increased caution due to heightened risks to safety and security.

Currency & Economy

Currency
Liberian dollar (LRD)
Exchange Rate
1 USD = 177.00 LRD
GDP
$4.8B
GDP per Capita
$852

Visa Fee Estimate

$185 USD 32,745 LRD
Based on current Treasury exchange rate

Development

Life Expectancy
62.2 years

Geography & Practical Details

Region
Africa
Capital
Monrovia
Area
111,369 km²
Population
5,248,621
Timezone
UTC
Languages
English
Calling Code
+231
Drives On
Right
ISO Code
LR